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X956 KNV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,299 mi
Last recorded151,299 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX956 KNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 151,299 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 150,121 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 149,606 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 145,550 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 145,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 141,935 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 137,831 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 137,813 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 134,670 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 130,147 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 126,073 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 118,594 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 May 2008 118,594 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 108,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs worn! p.a.s fluid low

Pass 21 Feb 2006 101,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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X956 KNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X956 KNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X956 KNV registered?

X956 KNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X956 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X956 KNV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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